Compassionate

I enjoyed working with Erik Bakke, he was very informative, and made me feel confident in my situation. Bankruptcy is a hard and embarrassing time and Erik helped me and my family through it as if we were family. I was on the cusp of Chapter 7 and Chapter 13, although it took more time and more effort Erik fought for me and he won the battle. I appreciate his professionalism and compassion, and will go to him again if I am ever in need of a Lawyer.

Erik Bakke Sr

I couldn't of asked for a more patient lawyer. Mr. Bakke was so helpful in every aspect of my case. If I had a question about anything he was right there to answer and I could ask him anything and he didnt make me feel dumb at all. He always took my worries and made me feel like I would get through it all, and he made sure everything worked out just fine.

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About Me

Erik Bakke has been practicing law for over 25 years after receiving his B.A. from the University of Washington and J.D. from Seattle University. He is General Counsel/CLO and CCO for Evergreen Financial Services, Inc.. Erik is a past president of the Bankruptcy Bar Association – Eastern District of Washington, and Past Co-Chairman of the Advisory Board for the United Sates Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Washington, and served two terms on the Executive Committee of the Creditor/Debtor Section of the Washington State Bar Association. He is also admitted to the all state and Federal Courts of Oregon, the US District Courts of Colorado, and the 9th circuit court of appeals in San Francisco. He is also a Hearing Officer for the Washington State Bar Association Disciplinary Board, Judge Pro Tem as well as an arbitrator and mediator serving various state and federal courts. Erik is a soccer fanatic with a license to coach high school level soccer and has coached soccer at all age levels for over 15 years. When he isn’t spending time with his 4 children you can find Erik spending time outdoors camping, wake boarding, biking, skiing and of course watching soccer.

Erik is retired from private practice and does not except clients due to his position as General Counsel.

Attorney Endorsements

I have worked with Mr. Bakke on a lawyers' committee. I am impressed with Mr. Bakke's ability to see the big picture, to be honest with 20-20 vision, and to be forthright, while being respectful and tactful. These qualities most certainly lead to exceptional client service, and ethics. I endorse Erik Bakke.

Amy Rimov Family Attorney October 27, 2014 5:09pmRelationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I have worked with Erik Bakke on complex Chapter 11 cases, sometimes against him, sometimes working together when we both represent creditors in the same case. Mr. Bakke is effective, thorough, and clearly communicates.